Senior Control Systems Software Designer, Cambridge

Senior Control Systems Software Designer WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Compensation: $42.31 to $58.17 CAD per hour

Annual Performance-Based Incentive Bonus

5% RRSP match

Stock purchase plan

Starting 3 weeks of vacation

Benefits package (health and dental) + $600 health spending account

Half-Day Fridays

Continuous learning and career growth with global mobility opportunities.

A chance to contribute to something bigger - advancing the future of healthcare through automation.

Job Description As a member of a highly motivated, dynamic, multi‑disciplined team, you will design and develop world‑class automation solutions. Duties involve:

Planning and leading projects including oversight of a project team

Responsible for project tracking, milestones and budget; attending project team meetings

Contributing to machine concepts

Design of control software

Integration of software with electrical and mechanical systems

Mentoring more junior members of the controls team

Process development and machine installation at customer sites worldwide

Programming and integration assignments involving leading‑edge technologies and processes utilizing PLCs, PCs, robotics, motion controllers, vision systems, lasers and other controllers

Specific Responsibilities

Complete yearly assigned department objectives

Design and develop software programs (PLC and/or PC based) specific to customer and project requirements based on standard ATS programming methods

Debug and commission control systems at our facility, during the system integration stage and then at the customer’s site during installation

Travel as required to customer and supplier sites to perform installation, commissioning and training duties

Select, test and integrate hardware and software components such as robots, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, vision systems and lasers

Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to continuously improve methods of integrating controls technology, with the goals of enhanced safety, functionality and reduced cost

Ensure labor and material budgets as well as scheduled delivery dates are adhered to or improved

Work with customers, project managers, designers, toolmakers and electricians to solve problems and provide a complete, functional automation system

Provide thorough testing of machine functionality to verify software program completeness

Provide accurate documentation for each project

Advise customer on solving technical problems

Provide customer training specific to their current project (machine operation, programming principles and program structure)

Responsibilities may change based on individual abilities

Improve the knowledge and capability of other engineering department members through mentoring

Work with leader on development plan, updating Skills/Training Matrix and attending 1:1 meetings

Use a variety of ABM tools (PDCA, A3, RCCA, Kaizen, Just‑Do‑It CIs, 5S, 8W, Visual Management)

Meet Team Member level KPIs (Budget, Schedule, Quality, CI)

Assist with the Team Leader’s responsibilities during absence and supervise software development and integration at a team level, delegating tasks to team members

Communicate time estimates and resource requirements on controls tasks to Team Leader and Project Managers

Additional Responsibilities

Participate/lead in concepting and requirements definition of a project with the FEOTB team

Develop and verify concept and labour hour’s budget in quote preparation

Provide expert judgment and expertise in oversight and review of technical projects

Lead technical evaluation of significant technologies and sign off on project designs

Provide engineering support to ATS’ worldwide divisions

Provide technical assistance to department for area of expertise

Assist in developing design and department standards

Oversee Co‑op students

Ensure designs maximize use of standard code

Lead or participate in design reviews with customers, vendors and internal design groups

Assist with continuous improvement efforts within the department

Ensure all business activities are performed with highest ethical standards and comply with ATS Code of Business Conduct

Work in compliance with divisional health, safety and environmental procedures

Refrain from removing or altering safety devices unless controlled through lockout‑tagout methods

Report any unsafe conditions or acts

Report defects in equipment or protective devices

Ensure required protective equipment is used for assigned tasks

Attend all required health, safety and environmental training

Report accidents/incidents to supervisor and assist in investigating them

Refrain from engaging in prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough conduct

Qualifications Education:

A post‑secondary engineering degree, diploma or equivalent, specializing in mechanical, electrical, systems or computer engineering

Experience:

Strong programming, mechanical and electrical problem‑solving skills

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Understanding of robotics, control systems and machine operation with hands‑on experience is desirable

A self‑starter with ability to work as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision

Health, Safety&Environmental All employees have the responsibility to work in a safe manner and report any health, safety or environmental concern to their manager or supervisor in a timely manner.

Work in compliance with divisional health, safety and environmental procedures, refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless controlled through lockout‑tagout methods, report unsafe conditions or acts, report defects in equipment or protective devices, ensure required protective equipment is used, attend all required training, report accidents/incidents to supervisor, assist in investigating incidents, and refrain from engaging in prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough conduct.

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